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SECTION A
RISK
Physical
ADVENTURE SOUTHLAND LIMITED 2015
RISK ANALYSIS AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
ACTIVITY: Frisbee Golf
“Significant refers to the potential for any harm that is not trivial and would warrant a response or intervention”
HAZARD OR HARM
POSSIBLE OUTCOME
(PERIL)
SIGNIFICANT
ACTION
DOES ACTION ELIMINATE, ISOLATE
OR MINIMISE RISK?
Area not suitable, i.e. difficult or
advanced terrain
Physical Injury
Yes
Area chosen to appropriate level of ALL participants
involved and also matches activity requirements.
Person loses footing and trips
Physical Injury
Yes
Participants to be aware of foot placements and adhere
to breaks when or if needed to keep physical and
mental prowess
Ensure that the course is clear before throwing Frisbee
Each participant throws one at a time so group
advances together.
Weather reports to be obtained prior to trip date (to
Being struck by flying Frisbee
Physical Injury
Yes
Weather unsuitable
Physical Injury
Yes
attain weather pattern) while also obtaining an up to
Minimise
Minimise
Minimise
Minimise
date situation and forecast prior to activity
commencement.
Physical injury
Not wearing appropriate footwear
Name:
Yes
Strong winds taking flying Frisbee off course and into
Minimise
Injury to feet or
ankle
Yes
activity in too high winds.
All participants to wear lace up and supportive
footwear, has adequate tread suited for trip purposes
such as leather or synthetic shoes.
Minimise
Injury to feet such
as blisters
No
other areas e.g. archery/Air Rifles. Restrict or cease
Participants to have their own shoes, correct socks and
check feet each morning and night for possible
blisters, first aid if needed.
Date of Review:
Minimise
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SECTION A
RISK
Physical
ADVENTURE SOUTHLAND LIMITED 2015
RISK ANALYSIS AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
“Significant refers to the potential for any harm that is not trivial and would warrant a response or intervention”
HAZARD OR HARM
POSSIBLE OUTCOME
(PERIL)
SIGNIFICANT
Participants not equipped for all wet,
Heat / Cold (heat stroke
Yes
dry, hot or cold weather situations
/ hypothermia)
Problems with
Instructors not monitoring all
participants
Physical injury
Yes
DOES ACTION ELIMINATE, ISOLATE
OR MINIMISE RISK?
Given appropriate information to participants before
activity commences (including valid time for
Ensure correct instructor: participants ratios are
adhered to at all times while instructors are vigilant
Physical injury
Yes
Instructor (or other supervisor)
Emotional anguish
No
through being
forced to participate
ethics while maintaining professionalism at all times.
Minimise
Adequate briefing including behavioural
Minimise
Ensure there is a variety in level of challenge, i.e.
Minimise
expectations clearly explained to all participants.
route selection is appropriate for each and every
participant. A “Challenge by Choice”, group briefing
and debriefing used to obtain personal and group
goals and challenges. Activity pitched at participant’s
actual skill level and abilities. Instructor coaches
participants
Name:
Minimise
and responsive under the WORK NOT RECREATION
Improper participant behaviour
forces participation or continuation
of walking
ACTION
participants to gather all appropriate gear).
participants
Emotional
ACTIVITY: Frisbee Golf
Date of Review:
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SECTION A
RISK
Social
Cultural
ADVENTURE SOUTHLAND LIMITED 2015
RISK ANALYSIS AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
ACTIVITY: Frisbee Golf
“Significant refers to the potential for any harm that is not trivial and would warrant a response or intervention”
HAZARD OR HARM
POSSIBLE
OUTCOME (PERIL)
Frisbee Golfing on sites that
Damage to
without the knowledge and
significant site
have cultural significances
thus offending landowners or
culturally
SIGNIFICANT
ACTION
DOES ACTION ELIMINATE,
ISOLATE OR MINIMISE RISK?
Yes
Frisbee Golfing in approved areas only.
Eliminate
No
Brief on respect for other users / access; seek permission
Minimise
No
Brief on correct techniques and safety and correct use of
Minimise
custodians.
High use areas / upsetting local
Conflict with
permission.
Maori or
Maori or landowners; no
Financial
Inadequate supervision of gear
other users / local
if required for good relations.
landowners
Damage / loss of
equipment
injury
gear.
Instructor to check site before leaving.
Equipment to be used within manufactures and
Adventure Southland recommendations.
Environmental Participants and wildlife
together in close proximity
Bee or Wasp stings
Damage to
environment /
wildlife
Allergic reaction,
possible
anaphylactic
shock
Name:
No
Remind all clients to remain clear of wildlife – respect
their habitat and their space.
Minimise
Minimum impact / environmental education / instructor
Yes
checks area for rubbish.
Participants known to have allergies are vigilant and
have appropriate medications available such as Epipens
with others instructed on its use. Instructors to have
antihistamine tablets and cream in first aid kit.
Date of Review:
Isolate
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SECTION A
ADVENTURE SOUTHLAND LIMITED 2015
RISK ANALYSIS AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
“Significant refers to the potential for any harm that is not trivial and would warrant a response or intervention”
Should loss occur, what will you need to have in place to minimise the loss?
IMPORTANT! This RAMS form is not complete unless attached to Section B
and signed off by the Manager
Name:
ACTIVITY: Frisbee Golf
Emergency
Instructor first aid trained.
First Aid kit, form of communication.
Date of Review:
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ADVENTURE SOUTHLAND LIMITED 2015
RISK ANALYSIS AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
ACTIVITY: Frisbee Golf
SECTION B
INDUSTRY STANDARDS
Outdoor Activities: Guidelines for
leaders (2009).
EOTC Guidelines (2009)
POLICES / GUIDELINES
‘Challenge by Choice’ philosophy to
operate.
Buddy system incorporated to keep a
vigilant eye on all participants
Private land owners must be contacted to
request access.
Instructor ratios of 1:10
Instructors must comply with the
Adventure Southland Code of Practise and
any Relevant industry standards applicable.
STAFF SKILLS
First Aid Qualified, outdoors,
PHEC or higher
In House Competency ‘Sign
off’
Leadership skills
People management (group
dynamics
Fitness
Patience
Adaptability to all
foreseeable situations
OFFICIAL APPROVAL
SECTION A Checklist
No. Of sheets checked
Risk

Hazard/harm

Outcome

Severity

Action

Eliminate, isolate or

Emergency

minimise
SECTION B Checklist
Industry standards

Policies and guidelines

Staff skills

Approved:
Not Approved:
Name: Amy Sutherland
Position: Programme Manager
Date:
This activity is not officially sanctioned until this box is completed by Manager and attached to section A
Name:
Date of Review:
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